Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 11 Oct 2026
Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans Predictions
We think that Illawarra should prove too strong for Cairns. Therefore, it’s all about going to the Moneyline to back them and there’s lots of juice in the -102 available.
Our Illawarra vs Cairns betting guide covers our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Navigate to the sections below for the full analysis behind each pick.
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Illawarra Hawks host Cairns Taipans, with tip-off set for 02:00 on Sunday 11 October.
Illawarra Hawks were defeated last time out. They were beaten at home to Tasmania JackJumpers by a 122-112 scoreline.
Cairns Taipans won their previous game, beating Brisbane Bullets at home. It was a 97-91 victory.
H2H: Hawks Too Good for Taipans in Last H2H
The scoreline was 96-78 in favor of Illawarra when they last played Cairns. The H2H over the past 10 games have seen five wins for both teams.
| NBL | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3
Cairns Taipans
|
3 | 3 | 531 | 565 | -34 | 2-0 | 1-3 | 2W |
9
Illawarra Hawks
|
1 | 5 | 598 | 646 | -48 | 1-1 | 0-4 | 2L |
Best Bet
The visiting team look opposable on the Moneyline, so we’re going to make Illawarra our pick for this NBL contest. You can currently land -102 for this selection which looks great value.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the most important NBL stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.
Hawks Moneyline Probability
Based on the odds from the best basketball betting sites, our pick has a 50.5% prospect of winning. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
Those who are looking for more value when backing Illawarra should consider the spread. Place a wager on them to cover the line that makes the most appeal at the odds.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Illawarra on the moneyline, along with Under 195.5 and at least one team not to score 80 points and Illawarra to win on the Result & BTTS lines.
A bet builder allows basketball bettors to place a multiple wager on the same game. You can go through the available betting lines and cherry-pick the outcomes that you think will happen. The odds for each selection are then combined together.
Correct Score Prediction
97
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92
Cairns Taipans
For those wanting a big return from a small stake, consider the correct score lines. For example, Illawarra Hawks can be backed to win 97-92 at enormous betting odds.
Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
If you want to bet on Illawarra Hawks, then Moneyline odds of -102 are on offer, although Cairns Taipans are a -122 chance. According to the top NBL sportsbooks, the home team have an implied probability of 51%.
The spread is currently 1.5, with the total points line at 195.5. Basketball bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on the Totals. Those who wager Under 195.5 can get -110.
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- NBL: 03/01 2026 Illawarra Hawks 96 Cairns Taipans 78
- NBL: 06/12 2025 Illawarra Hawks 76 Cairns Taipans 93
- NBL: 07/11 2025 Cairns Taipans 90 Illawarra Hawks 107
- NBL: 23/01 2025 Cairns Taipans 100 Illawarra Hawks 94
- NBL: 03/01 2025 Illawarra Hawks 105 Cairns Taipans 108
- NBL: 19/10 2024 Cairns Taipans 75 Illawarra Hawks 87
- NBL: 21/09 2024 Cairns Taipans 75 Illawarra Hawks 102
- NBL: 18/01 2024 Illawarra Hawks 92 Cairns Taipans 93
- NBL: 11/11 2023 Cairns Taipans 81 Illawarra Hawks 71
- NBL: 26/10 2023 Illawarra Hawks 84 Cairns Taipans 83
Latest 0 regular season and play-off games stats.
Illawarra Hawks Stats
Cairns Taipans Stats
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
- +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
- -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 202.30 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 195.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 195.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 195.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 99.00 pts and allowed 103.30 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 98.10 pts and allowed 97.70 pts in the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 180.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 183.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 195.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- Over 195.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 86.50 pts and allowed 93.90 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 84.30 pts and allowed 98.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road
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NBL Table Select Season
| Team | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1
JackJumpers
|
4 | 1 | 498 | 477 | 21 | 2-0 | 2-1 | 3W |
2
Melbourne United
|
3 | 3 | 558 | 539 | 19 | 0-2 | 3-1 | 2W |
|
3
Cairns Taipans
|
3 | 3 | 531 | 565 | -34 | 2-0 | 1-3 | 2W |
4
NZ Breakers
|
3 | 2 | 462 | 413 | 49 | 2-0 | 1-2 | 2W |
5
SEM Phoenix
|
2 | 4 | 552 | 553 | -1 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 1L |
6
Adelaide 36ers
|
2 | 4 | 532 | 563 | -31 | 1-2 | 1-2 | 3L |
7
Perth Wildcats
|
3 | 1 | 366 | 378 | -12 | 3-1 | 0-0 | 3W |
8
Brisbane Bullets
|
2 | 3 | 459 | 479 | -20 | 2-1 | 0-2 | 3L |
|
9
Illawarra Hawks
|
1 | 5 | 598 | 646 | -48 | 1-1 | 0-4 | 2L |
10
Sydney Kings
|
3 | 0 | 325 | 268 | 57 | 3-0 | 0-0 | 3W |
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